B5 Central Conferences & Events

B5 Central Conferences & Events is a flexible conference and meeting venue in Edgbaston, Birmingham, offering practical spaces for organisers of business and social events. Located close to Birmingham city centre and New Street station, the venue provides a convenient setting for conferences, presentations, training days, workshops, meetings, product launches, receptions and private functions.

The main Locker Suite can accommodate more than 250 delegates in theatre style, with flexible layouts for conferences, exhibitions, presentations, lunches, cocktail receptions and private dinners. The venue also includes three smaller spaces for breakout sessions and more intimate gatherings. The Vanessa Lounge accommodates up to 40 delegates and suits workshops, interviews, board meetings and training sessions. The Central Foyer can seat up to 60 people and works well for receptions, catering, displays and smaller events, while the Speedwell Room is designed for meetings and gatherings of up to 15 delegates.

Event organisers have access to integrated audio-visual equipment, projection facilities, screens, sound systems, Wi-Fi and natural daylight in many of the rooms. The team can assist with room layouts and tailored arrangements to suit different event formats. On-site catering includes working lunches, refreshments and delegate packages, with options designed to accommodate a range of dietary requirements. The venue also offers good accessibility, including wheelchair access and an induction loop for guests with hearing impairments.

With room hire, technical facilities, catering and several nearby hotels, B5 Central provides a useful base for full-day conferences, smaller professional meetings and multi-day Birmingham events.